Managing Chronic Pain: Activity
At First, pain may flare up during exercise. As your body becomes stronger and more flexible, it will be better able to relax, helping to relieve pain naturally.
Exercise can help lessen pain. In some cases, exercise may help treat your underlying problem. Activity can improve your mood and your overall health. It can give you more energy, help you sleep, and help control weight.
Exercise Safely
- Consider working with a physical therapist if you haven’t exercised in a long time or have physical limitations. He or she can teach you stretches and exercises that fit your condition and fitness level. We’ll be happy to make you a referral.
- Start slowly! Gradually increase time and intensity. Exercise several times a week, not just on weekends. Even just a few minutes a day is better than not at all.
Ways to Exercise
- Use stretching and range of motion exercises to condition painful muscles and joints.
- Choose low-impact forms of exercise such as walking, biking, swimming, and other types of exercise. Several local physical therapy offices have pools available.
- Avoid high-impact activity. These involve jumping, running, or sudden starts, stops, or changes in direction.
- Try strength training. Use light weights. Gradually increase the number of repetitions you do in a session.
Make a Commitment
Work Towards a goal of exercising at least 3-5 times per week for 30 minutes each time!
- Choose activities you enjoy. Exercise with a friend, or join a class
- Be more active in your daily life. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Park farther away than you have to and walk.
- Keep exercise clothes and shoes handy at work or in your car
- Set small goals, reward yourself when you meet them
Safe Exercise Tips
- Start each session with a “warm-up” of slow exercise. End with a “cool-down”
- Use heat or ice to relieve local discomfort
- Don’t Give Up!
How We Work
Comprehensive Treatment
We provide a complete, patient-centered approach to care. From your first appointment through evaluation and treatment, our team focuses on understanding your needs and guiding you step-by-step toward better health.
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Book an Appointment
Your first visit with us is a consultation. We do not prescribe medications or do injections on the first visit.
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Conduct Checkup
We will establish care with you, review your history, and look at any radiology exams you have had in order to decide the best course of action for you.
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Evaluate
Dr. Lipman and his team of professionals take the time to look at the whole patient in considering treatment options.
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Perform Treatment
From a variety of procedures to psychological counseling to specialized physical therapy, he addresses all aspects of their well-being.
